Research Assistant

7 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute Full time

Up to $105,000 base salary plus Super and generous NFP salary packaging options

**The opportunity**:
The mission of the Molecular Imaging and Theranostics laboratory focuses on research aimed at improving diagnostic imaging, targeted drug and mRNA delivery, and theranostic (concurrent therapy and diagnostics) approaches for a range of cardiovascular diseases.

We are seeking an experienced Research Assistant with experience in performing beginner-level research in a health science field or discipline, including research experience in histology, animal work, flow cytometry, molecular biology and biochemical techniques.

**Key duties**:
In this role you will be expected to:

- Perform biological, cell biological and molecular techniques, in particular flow cytometry, immunoblotting, ELISA as well as RT-PCR.
- Recombinant protein production.
- Perform Histological and Immunohistological tissue preparation, staining, and microscopy, as well as critical data analyses.
- Share responsibility for laboratory maintenance, including administrative tasks such as data management and inventory maintenance.
- Aid other group members in developing improved techniques or procedures.
- Prepare materials for reports to be written by grant principals and staff on the research project.
- Collect tissue and culture samples, stain and prepare slides and perform tests and assays.
- Record and consolidate research data.
- Proactive attendance at meetings associated with research.
- This list is not exhaustive or limited to the above day-to-day operational tasks.

**Skills and experience**:
The essential skills to succeed in this role are:

- Research experience in histology, animal work, flow cytometry, molecular biology and biochemical techniques.
- A background in classical wet lab techniques is required, such as ELISAs, molecular biology, flow cytometry, microscopy and mouse handling.
- The ability to work with independence and as part of a team closely with our postdocs.

**Benefits**:
Working at the Baker Institute offers flexibility, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to a research centre of world renown. Benefits include generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, as well as modern offices and laboratories adjacent to the Alfred Hospital and walking distance to St Kilda Road, Chapel Street, and Fawkner Park.

Read more about our gender equality and diversity initiatives.

**How to apply**:
**Contact details**:
**Alysha Cook**
Talent Acquisition Consultant
**T**: (03) 8532 1254

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